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Garfield Heights, OH

Garfield Heights is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 29,781 at the time of the 2020 census. A suburb of Cleveland, it is a part of the Cleveland metropolitan area.

Garfield Heights is located at 41°25′17″N 81°36′10″W (41.421423, -81.602682). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.29 square miles (18.88 km²), of which 7.23 square miles (18.73 km²) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km²) is water. The elevation of Garfield Heights is 831 feet (253 m) above sea level where it borders Cleveland, and its highest elevation is 972 feet (296 m) above sea level at the Garfield Heights Justice Center.

The area was originally part of Newburgh Township. The Village of South Newburgh was formed in 1907, and it was incorporated as Garfield Heights in 1930. The city is named after Garfield Park, which in turn was named in honor of President James A. Garfield, a native of nearby Orange Township.

Garfield Heights has a public school system comprising three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. It is governed by a five-member elected board. There are two Catholic schools in the city; St. Benedict and Trinity High School.

In 2001, Garfield Heights voters approved a levy to build a new high school. Construction of the school began soon thereafter and was completed in mid-2003. In 2006, ground was broken for the construction of the high school arts and drama complex, a $5 million building. Construction of the 750-seat Garfield Heights Matousek Center for the Performing Arts started in November 2006. The performing arts center opened on November 3, 2007.

In the 2010–11 school year, both Elmwood Elementary and Maple Leaf Intermediate were renovated and Maple Leaf School gained more classrooms and a bigger gym. Maple Leaf School is the Garfield Heights City School District's oldest building built in 1925 and was the smallest until the current reconstruction.

Health and wellness are priorities in Garfield Heights, supported by numerous facilities and initiatives. The Marymount Hospital, part of the Cleveland Clinic health system, delivers comprehensive healthcare services, including primary care, emergency care, and specialized treatments. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Garfield Heights Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes Planet Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Garfield Heights, such as the Garfield Park Reservation and Garfield Park All Purpose Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Garfield Heights, OH are the House From A Christmas Story, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and Class Axe Throwing.

Population: 29,072 (2022). ZIP Codes: 44105. Area code: 216. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Area: 7.29 sq mi (18.87 km²).

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What are the demographics of Garfield Heights, OH?

Garfield Heights, OH is home to a population of 29.5k people, of which 99.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.23% of Garfield Heights, OH residents were born outside of the country (952 people). In 2022, there were 1.65 times more Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents (16.6k people) in Garfield Heights, OH than any other race or ethnicity. There were 10.1k White (Non-Hispanic) and 829 Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Garfield Heights, OH a good place to live?

Living in Garfield Heights offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Garfield Heights, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Garfield Heights and residents tend to be liberal.

What is the poverty rate in Garfield Heights, OH?

In 2022, the median household income of Garfield Heights households was $49,864. Garfield Heights households made slightly more than Connersville households ($49,821) and East Palestine households ($49,766). However, 18.9% of Garfield Heights families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Garfield Heights

Marymount Hospital

Cleveland Clinic 

Garfield Heights Parks and Recreation Department 

Planet Fitness

Garfield Park Reservation 

Garfield Park All Purpose Trail

House From A Christmas Story

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Class Axe Throwing

Data USA

Niche

Ohio Demographics

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